Sunday night’s Academy Awards are but a memory, but I’m sure we’ll be talking about Oscars 2016 for a long time.

I predicted Leonardo DiCaprio and Brie Larson would win Best Actor and Actress, and I was right! There weren’t too many surprises except for one: the crowd was shocked when Mark Rylance took home Best Supporting Actor instead of Sylvester Stallone.

Spotlight was in the spotlight as Best Picture, a bit of a surprise as many people predicted the award would go to The Revenant (or The Big Short.)

The red carpet arrivals did not disappoint this year. There were many looks I liked and a few stars called to mind that Old Hollywood glamour that I love. Here are my picks for Oscars 2016 best dressed actresses.

Academy Awards 2016 Fashion: Best Red Carpet Dresses

Brie Larson in a deep blue Gucci gown is my BEST DRESSED of the night! It was hard to choose just one best dressed actress this year. I chose Brie because I love her authenticity, and how she said her red carpet looks, and her journey, reflect “who I am.”

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Lady Gaga, Cate Blanchett and Charlize Theron are also at the top of my Academy Awards 2016 Best Dressed List. I went gaga over Gaga in a white jumpsuit by Brandon Maxwell. I gasped with delight when I saw Cate Blanchett in her seafoam green custom Armani Prive gown. Charlize Theron was a stunner in her plunging red Dior gown accented with almost 4 million dollars of Harry Winston jewels!

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Alicia Vikander has been a fashion superstar this awards season and everyone was buzzing about her yellow strapless Louis Vuitton dress. I loved her graceful, casual hairstyle; her look felt so fresh and youthful.

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Last (but not least) are two ladies who looked amazing in purple: Naomi Watts in an ombre Armani Prive gown and Tina Fey in Atelier Versace (both actresses wore Bulgari necklaces and now I have a serious case of jewelry envy…)

Spring fever was the fashion theme of Saturday night’s 2016 SAG Awards. Hollywood actresses walked the red carpet in vibrant pinks, greens and blues that hinted at the spring season ahead.

Have you ever seen the film Groundhog Day with Bill Murray? His character in the film has to live the same day over and over again. That’s what Hollywood awards season has felt like for quite a few years now. The performers who win the major film acting awards at the Golden Globes usually go on to win the SAG Awards and then the Oscars.

It isn’t much of a horse race as we’ll probably watch the SAG and Golden Globes winners walk up to the podium and accept the Academy Awards. Based on the awards show winners so far, I can predict with confidence that it will be Leo DiCaprio and Brie Larson as Best Actor and Best Actress at the 2016 Oscars.

If I’m right, you can buy me some champagne and chocolates (deal?)

At least we can look at all the amazing red carpet fashions throughout the awards season. Here are my picks for best dressed at the 2016 SAG Awards.

SAG Awards 2016 Fashion: Best Red Carpet Dresses

Brie Larson in a powder blue Atelier Versace gown is my BEST DRESSED of the night!

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My SAG Awards 2016 Best Dressed List also includes:

Julianne Moore in a stunning citron green Givenchy Haute Couture gown. There was criticism about the fit of this gown but with her red hair the green color is so striking! Julianne knows how to make a statement on the red carpet and her outfit just spoke to me, calling to mind the coming of spring…

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Some were angry she wore such a revealing outfit to give the “In Memoriam” segment, others were just nasty and said at her age she should “cover up.”

I thought she looked great—joyful and confident. Why it irks some people that an older woman would flaunt her sensuality and great body is beyond me. The message here is that true beauty is ageless, timeless. Some women keep getting better with age like fine wine.

I think a woman of a certain age who is very sexy and authentic has wisdom, mystery and grace. She becomes a force of nature with great personal power, and that is threatening to a whole lot of people, then the shaming begins.

I hope Ms. Sarandon keeps on dancing to her own drummer and wearing whatever she likes.

That’s just my two cents on the unfortunate Bra-gate and the Twitterverse. Rock on Susan!

Sunday night’s Golden Globes kicked off the 2016 Hollywood awards season. Ricky Gervais hosted the event, and some found him entertaining, others thought he was excruciating. I suffered through a few hours of Ricky, and I may be in the minority here, but all I have to say is: please bring back Tina Fey and Amy Poehler!

It was probably the worst Golden Globe Awards I’ve ever seen. But I did enjoy checking out the red carpet. A few actresses stood out as best dressed and evoked the Old Hollywood glamour and classic cinema style that I love. Here is my best dressed list.

Golden Globes 2016 Fashion: Best Red Carpet Dresses

Julianne Moore in a midnight blue Tom Ford sequined gown with long sleeves and a chic cutout at the neckline. My BEST DRESSED of the night!

Cate Blanchett is also at the top of my Golden Globes 2016 Best Dressed List. She looked amazing in a blush colored Givenchy couture gown accented with lace and fringe. This soft pink called Rose Quartz is one of Pantone’s Colors of the Year 2016.

My Golden Globes 2016 Best Dressed List also includes:

Taraji P. Henson so beautiful wearing a white Stella McCartney dress and Brie Larson in a custom hand sewn Calvin Klein gown. The champagne color and all that glitter really fit the mood of the Golden Globes!

Claire Dodd came to my attention in Parachute Jumper (1933) starring Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. and Bette Davis. This being a Pre-Code movie, she was able to show off her flair with sophisticated dialogue and sexy scenes. This is one of the pin up style pics she posed for during her career in Old Hollywood. Here’s another:

Memorial Day is right around the corner, kicking off a season of sun, sand, parties, picnics and special occasions. Do you know about the hottest spring 2015 fashion trends? Cold weather clothes still crowding your closet?

Part one and part two of our series on spring fashion introduced some key clothing and accessories you’ll want to shop for this season. In part three, we’ll wrap things up with another cool of-the-moment look, and talk about fun ways to mix these trends together for maximum impact.

Spring 2015 Fashion Trends

Military and Utilitarian

The utilitarian look that was all over the runway isn’t going anywhere, as designers like Ralph Lauren featured military chic styles as one of the important spring 2015 fashion trends.

This timeless military and safari-inspired trend is a classic that can be easily adapted for uncomplicated spring dressing. Try it by throwing on a utility jacket over a tee shirt or sundress then accessorize with a military cap or a cute knapsack; you’ll look like you’re heading to the outback (even if you’re just grabbing a coffee…)

Fill up your suitcase with khaki and olive colored clothing full of military details like epaulets and cargo pockets, as utility vests, work shirts, cargo shorts and neutral shirt dresses were made for warm weather travel.

To prevent your military inspired ensemble from becoming a uniform, add some feminine touches to lighten the look. Layer a military jacket over a tank top or lacy camisole. Wear some bohemian earrings or add a sparkling statement necklace, so on-trend this season.

How to Mix Spring 2015 Fashion Trends

As you are building your warm weather wardrobe, have fun mixing up the latest spring 2015 fashion trends. Here are a few looks from Calypso St. Barth to inspire you, mixing white eyelet and lace with the utilitarian trend:

Spring is finally here, with temperatures soaring into the eighties in many parts of the country. Have you heard about the hottest spring 2015 fashion trends? Is your closet ready for the change of seasons?

Part one of our series on spring fashion explored some cool new clothing and accessories to refresh your warm weather look. In part two, we’ll talk about another trend you’ll want to shop for to stay in style this spring.

Strap on some gladiator sandals, put on a maxi dress and accessorize with fun touches like a boho headband and armloads of funky, colorful bracelets. It’s an easy breezy look sure to be a hit at fairs and festivals!

It’s tempting to pile on too many 70s pieces at once, but that can be costumey. Ease into the trend by slipping into a chambray dress or denim skirt and adding a few boho touches here and there, like a fringed bag or beaded bracelets and necklaces.

However you choose to interpret that 70s look, have fun with the trend and such unfussy styles as flared jeans, floppy wide brimmed hats, crochet, tassels and platform shoes!

After another harsh, seemingly endless winter, the seasons have changed, ushering in some hot new spring 2015 fashion trends. Is your wardrobe equipped for sun and fun, or do bulky layers and heavy fabrics still dominate your closet? Last year’s duds looking a little dated?

Spring 2015 Fashion Trends

White Eyelet and Lace

White emerged as one of the hottest fashion trends this season, as designer runways from Chloe to Alberta Ferretti displayed pristine dresses and gowns embellished with eyelet and lace.

This ladylike high fashion trend can be interpreted in a variety of ways to suit different moods, budgets and occasions. Throw on an eyelet sundress paired with metallic sandals and a festive bracelet for a fun, flirty look that can go to the beach or to dinner.